Mont Ventoux Half Marathon Kookabarra 2025

Will you dare to come (or come back) and tackle the slopes of the "Géant de Provence"? 🦶 Like a solitary mountain, it stands tall in the heart ❤️ of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur ☀️, in the Vaucluse region. This legendary, even mythical summit, highly appreciated by cyclists for its difficulty, awaits you for the Mont-Ventoux Kookabarra Half Marathon! 🏔

Feeling that adrenaline rush? 🦵 Let's get straight to the point ! One distance 👆, and it's no small feat: 21.6 km with 1,610 meters of vertical gain 📈. A formidable climb awaits you, with average slopes of 7.5% that can reach up to 11.5% 😮. There will be little reprieve ! You'll need to have a strong heart 🥲. Plus, it will be the middle of July, so expect some intense heat! Don't forget to bring water and energy bars to avoid hitting the wall 🤒.

But keep your feet on the ground, because the wind is no joke up there: gusts have been recorded at over 300 km/h! 🌬️ It’s like being caught in a Christopher Froome acceleration! 😂 No wonder our good old Ventoux is bald! 👩‍🦲 Yes, you've probably noticed the white limestone at the summit. It's completely devoid of greenery, earning it the nickname "Bald Mountain".

We almost forgot to talk about the food! 🍴 In the South of France during the summer, it's a feast for your eyes and taste buds 😍: check out the vibrant colors of la bohémienne, a blend of Provençal herbs in caillettes 🤤. For something sweet, there’s nothing like quince 🍏 or oreillettes.